Craving Bibimbap or Jjigae? Head over to these Korean Restaurants in Bangalore

Bengaluru is known for great weather, silk saree shopping and tasty food joints. And for all the lovers of East-Asian cuisines, the city has an array of Korean dining options. You might naturally think of some spots in Kalyan Nagar and Kammanahalli, but there are a lot more Korean restaurants in Bangalore. So grab a foodie friend or two and head over to these Korean food spots in Namma Bengaluru.

Arirang

Let’s pop in to what seems to be Bangalore’s go-to place for Korean food - Arirang. This casual Korean restaurant also has a few private rooms with table barbeque set up and floor seating options. K-BBQ here is quite the popular choice and they also serve soju, making it an authentic experience. Reviews recommend trying Jjajangmyeon, Budai Jjigae, Kimchi Jjigae, Yukgaejang and Mandutguk at Arirang. And if you’re feeling experimentative, try the stir-fried octopus, baby squid, grilled duck, or blood-offal hot pot soup. 

When: Mon-Fri; 12:00 PM to 03:30 PM, 05:00 PM to 10:30 PM, Sat-Sun; 12:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Where: 13, NK Enclave Building, Chinnappa Layout, 4th Cross, Kammanahalli

Price: Rs. 1,700 for two people

Hae Kum Gang

Hae Kum Gang is known for providing an excellent variety of Korean dishes. The restaurant has a cosy ambience which adds to the overall dining experience. Shrimp Donburi, Beef Donburi, Shrimp Fritters, Chicken Bibimbap, Salmon Roll, and Bulgogi are some of the must-try recommendations. For those who can’t get enough of Korean food, this place sells kimchi and mandu by the kilo! 

When: Mon-Sat; 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM, Sun; 01:30 PM to 10:30 PM

Where: 20, Paul's Castle, Castle Street, Ashok Nagar, Brigade Road

Price: Rs. 1,300 for two people

Hi Seoul

If you are new to the Korean food scene then Hi Seoul is a good first place to begin your journey. It’s a casual dining establishment that’s not too hard on the pocket. Some of the popular dishes include Gimbap, Beef Bulgogi, Pork Cutlet, Japchae, Ttukbaegi Bulgogi Hot Pot, Korean Set Menu and Han Jeong Sik.

When: Mon-Fri; 11:45 AM to 02:15 PM, 05:30 PM to 09:15 PM, Sat-Sun; Closed

Where: 309, 7th Main Road, HRBR Layout, 2nd Block, Kalyan Nagar

Price: Rs. 950 for two people

Soo Ra Sang

Soo Ra Sang is an upscale dining destination and one of the oldest Korean restaurants in Bangalore. The owner is Korean so what you get is traditional Korean cuisine. The Korean BBQ here is their USP so do try it. Their range of banchan additionally comes with pancakes and a dessert on the house. 

When: Mon-Sun; 12:30 PM to 10:00 PM

Where: Himalayan Inn Hotel, 332, Indiranagar Double Road, Indiranagar

Price: Rs. 1,800 for two people

The Himalayan Korean Restaurant

The Himalayan has simple and clean seating, coupled with friendly service, making it ideal for gatherings with friends and family. The menu is on the pocket-friendly side and their bestsellers are Jjampong, Chicken Sizzler, Kkampungi, Gimbap, Pork Bibimbap, Sushi, and Jasmine Tea.

When: Mon-Sun; 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Where: 8/1, 1st Floor, Jailaxmi Nivas, 1st Cross, Koramangala 5th Block

Price: Rs.1,400 for two people

Koriken

Koriken has a few outlets in the city and they are known exclusively for their Korean Fried Chicken. A mix of casual plus fast food style ambience, this Korean restaurant is known for Corn Dog, Spicy Korean Fried Chicken, Kkanpunggi Cauliflower, Budak Fire Wings and Chicken Kimchi Fried Rice.

When: Mon-Sun; 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Where: 98/4, Bulleya, Wheeler Road Extension, Frazer Town, Bangalore

Price: Rs. 400 for two people

Homiga

Homiga is a proper K-BBQ place that looks just like a food spot straight out of Seoul. Here, you get tables with grills and exhaust, staff grilling the meat for you, unlimited banchan and different flavours of soju. Do try Japchae, Haemul Pajeon, Kimchi Jeon, Yangnyeom Chicken, Samgyupsal (Pork Belly K-BBQ) and Kimchi Jjigae here.

When: Mon-Fri; 12:30 PM to 04:30 PM, 06:30 PM to 12:00 AM, Sat-Sun; 12:30 PM to 12:00 AM

Where: 2nd Floor, Forum Rex Walk, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Brigade Road

Price: Rs. 1,500 for two people